Facing Vatican Scrutiny


	Facing Vatican Scrutiny

debbyski

7-2-2009 4:51 PM

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7-2-2009 8:43 PM

tanyamm

I don't blame those nuns. If I were them I'd watch my back too.

7-4-2009 11:07 AM

AcesLucky

Wow. They are standing their ground giving the authority to their faith instead of to an appointed man. I love it!

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